Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups (Printable)
Golden cinnamon-roll style French toast filled with sweet cream cheese and dusted in cinnamon sugar.
# What's Needed:
→ Filling
01 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Roll Ups
04 - 8 slices soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
06 - 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
07 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
→ Egg Mixture
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/4 cup whole milk
10 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For Cooking
11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
02 - Using a rolling pin, roll each slice of bread until thin and pliable, then set aside.
03 - Spread a thin line of the cream cheese mixture along one edge of each bread slice and roll up tightly, sealing the edge.
04 - In a shallow dish, vigorously whisk eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until combined.
05 - In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon; set aside for finishing.
06 - Dip each bread roll up into the egg mixture, ensuring all sides are well coated.
07 - Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place roll ups seam-side down and cook until golden on all sides, about 2–3 minutes per side, turning as needed.
08 - Transfer warm roll ups directly to the cinnamon-sugar mixture and roll or brush to coat evenly on all sides.
09 - Serve immediately while warm, with optional maple syrup drizzle or dusting of powdered sugar.
# Tips for Success:
01 -
- They’re like gooey cinnamon rolls and French toast all in one irresistible package, perfect for when you want something different.
- The cream cheese filling turns molten and rich, making these roll ups a brunch favorite with every crowd I’ve served.
02 -
- If the bread is too fresh or thick, it’ll tear or unroll—go slowly, and don’t skip flattening it thoroughly.
- I once undercooked the batch and learned that the roll ups truly need to brown deeply for the filling to get melty and luscious inside.
03 -
- The real secret: let the roll ups rest one minute before serving to firm up for perfect slicing.
- Wipe out the skillet between batches—otherwise, any stray sugar will burn and spoil the color.